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**Better Health While Aging**

Practical information for aging health & family caregivers

Latest Episodes:

184 – COVID & Flu Vaccines 2026: What Older Adults Need to Know Sep 18, 2026

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In This Episode:

Dr. K shares what’s new for the 2026–27 fall vaccine season, especially for adults 65 and older.

She covers:

Fall Vaccines for Older Adults: COVID, Flu & RSV
What Happened With COVID, Flu & RSV Last Year
Where COVID Stands in Fall 2026
What Changed With Vaccine Guidance in 2026
Why Fall Is Vaccine Season
2026–2027 COVID Vaccines
Flu Vaccines for 2026–2027
Best Flu Vaccine Options for Adults 65+
The New mRNA Flu Vaccine
RSV Vaccines for Older Adults
How to Avoid Getting Sick This Winter
When to Use Masks, Ventilation & Testing

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168 – COVID & Fall Vaccines 2025: What Older Adults Should Know

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183 – 7 Warning Signs of a Struggling Liver You Should Never Ignore Sep 12, 2026

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In This Episode:

Dr. K covers seven warning signs of a struggling liver, common causes of liver problems in older adults, and practical steps to protect your liver and better understand your lab results.

She covers:

What the Liver Does
Why Liver Damage Stays Hidden
Three Symptoms of Liver Disease
Four Laboratory Signs That Could Be Liver Disease
What Causes Liver Disease in Older Adults
How to Protect Your Liver

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182 – 10 Medications Geriatricians Always Check to Prevent Falls in Aging Aug 23, 2026

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In This Episode:

Dr. K explains 10 types of medications to check to prevent falls in aging, especially if you’ve been falling, feeling unsteady, or are concerned about fall risk.

She covers:

Medications and fall prevention
Why medications matter for fall risk
3 key types of meds that cause falls
10 types of medication to review for fall prevention
What to do if you take these medications
Questions to ask your healthcare provider
What else to check for fall prevention

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181 – Hospital Delirium in Older Adults: Symptoms, Causes & Prevention Jul 17, 2026

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In This Episode:

Dr. K explains what hospital delirium is, why older adults are more vulnerable, and how it can be prevented, recognized, and treated.

She covers:

Introduction to hospital delirium
What delirium looks like
Why older adults are at higher risk
Common causes and triggers
How to prevent hospital delirium
How delirium is diagnosed
How hospital delirium is treated
Recovery after delirium
What families can do
Key takeaways

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180 – Earwax & Hearing Loss in Older Adults Jun 17, 2026

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In This Episode:

Dr. K talks with audiologist Dr. Cliff Olson, AuD, about what older adults should know about earwax, hearing loss, and safe earwax removal.

They cover:

Introduction to earwax and hearing loss
What is earwax
Earwax and aging
How earwax affects hearing
Safe home earwax removal: what to know first
Shower rinsing and earwax prevention
Over-the-counter earwax drops
Why cotton swabs and ear tools can be risky
How audiology professionals remove earwax
Earwax and hearing aids
Final tips from Dr. Cliff Olson

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179 – Hearing Aids Not Working? An Audiologist Explains What Older Adults Should Know

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179 – Hearing Aids Not Working? An Audiologist Explains What Older Adults Should Know Jun 03, 2026

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In This Episode:

Dr. K talks with audiologist Dr. Cliff Olson about today’s best and most affordable options for treating age-related hearing loss. They cover:

What is an audiologist?
Medicare coverage for hearing loss
Best practices for a hearing evaluation
How to understand an audiogram
DIY hearing screeners and apps
Treatment options for mild-to-moderate hearing loss
AirPods and over-the-counter hearing aids
Treatment options for moderate-to-severe hearing loss
Why hearing aids sometimes “don’t work”
What is real ear measurement?
What to ask before getting hearing aids
Better hearing aid outcomes with best practices
Types of prescription hearing aids
How to choose the right hearing aid
If budget is a concern
Communication goals your hearing aid should address
Hearing aid fitting and follow-up process
How follow-up adjustments improve results
How long the brain takes to adjust to hearing aids
Why under-amplification can lead to poor results
Hearing loss & dementia
About Costco hearing aids
Final tips from Dr. Cliff

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178 – Hearing Loss in Aging (Presbycusis)

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178 – Hearing Loss in Aging (Presbycusis) May 26, 2026

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In This Episode:

Dr. K explains what to know about presbycusis, the medical term for age-related hearing loss, and why it’s worth identifying and treating hearing problems sooner rather than later.
She covers:

Why hearing loss matters in aging
What is age-related hearing loss (presbycusis)?
Signs and symptoms of hearing loss
Hearing loss and cognitive decline
Benefits of treating hearing loss
How to know if you have hearing loss
What to know about treating hearing loss
Options for treating hearing loss
Communication strategies that help
What to do if you’re concerned
If you’ve tried hearing aids and they didn’t work

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- 094 – Interview: Hearing Loss in Aging: Why It Matters & Getting Evaluated

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177 – Osteoporosis Medications Explained May 20, 2026

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In This Episode:

Dr. K explains what older adults should know about osteoporosis medications, including when they are usually recommended, how they work, and what side effects or precautions to discuss with your health provider. She covers:

Why boosting bone density matters
When to consider medication for bone density
Hormone replacement therapy for bone loss
What to do before starting osteoporosis medication
How bone density medications work
Bisphosphonates: first-line osteoporosis treatment
Raloxifene and denosumab/Prolia
Anabolic osteoporosis medications
Romosozumab/Evenity
Starting medication after a fracture
Monitoring bone density during treatment
Osteoporosis medications for men
What if you don’t want medication?
Questions to ask your health provider

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176 – Boosting Bone Density: Best Ways to Prevent Fractures as You Age

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176 – Boosting Bone Density: Best Ways to Prevent Fractures as You Age Apr 30, 2026

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In This Episode:

Dr. K explains how bone density changes with aging and proven ways that older adults can strengthen bones and lower fracture risk. She covers:

Why boosting bone density matters
How bone density changes with aging
How a DEXA scan checks bone density
Osteopenia vs. osteoporosis
Calcium and vitamin D
Alcohol, smoking, and bone loss
Medications that increase bone density
Best ways to improve bone density
Caffeine, protein, collagen, and supplements
What to do if you’re concerned
How to protect your bones

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175 – How to Prevent Falls in Aging Apr 07, 2026

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In This Episode:

Dr. K talks about the most common causes of falling in later life and how geriatricians evaluate falls. She also explains the fall prevention approaches she uses the most.

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